2007 Volvo XC90 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XC90 years
- About as many complaints as other years 11th of 23 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 38 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Volvo XC90. That ranks 11th out of 23 XC90 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (14 complaints, 37%), typically at around 75,000 miles. Complaints mention 5 fires. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 38owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2007 Volvo XC90 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 14 | 37% | 75,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 5 | 13% | 73,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 4 | 11% | 164,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 4 | 11% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 4 | 11% | 152,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 8% | 91,500 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 3 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Suspension | 3 | 8% | 99,680 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 5% | 147,500 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 5% | 1,350 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 5% | 215,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 5% | 21,156 | — | — |
| Wheels | 2 | 5% | 67,361 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 3% | 80,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 3% | 42,112 | — | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 3% | 85,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 3% | 60,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 3% | 103,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 3% | 28,000 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 3% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2007 Volvo XC90 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system)
Problem: Volvo is recalling certain vehicles equipped with garmin 760 portable global positioning system (gps) units because the batteries on those units may overheat.
Risk: An overheated battery could lead to a fire.
Fix: Volvo advises owners to please stop using the garmin portable gps device immediately, and visit the garmin website to determine if their unit is affected. The unit's battery will be replaced with a new battery and a spacer will be inserted on top of the battery next to the pcb. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on november 18, 2010. Owners may contact garmin at 866-957-1981 or visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.
Visibility:defroster/defogger/hvac system
Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles, under certain conditions, the climate control module (ccm) may receive a 'shut-down signal' from the engine control module (ecm) after ignition key insertion. If this condition occurs, the climate control functions will not be available (including the defroster) during that driving cycle.
Risk: Inoperative defrosters under inclement weather conditions could cause impaired visibility which has the potential to result in personal injury and/or vehicle and property damage.
Fix: The ecm software will be upgraded. The recall began on january 28, 2008. Owners may contact volvo at 1-800-458-1552.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
While driving the vehicle under normal conditions, a sudden electrical fire occurred, requiring immediate evacuation. The vehicle was pulled over safely and the driver exited before the fire escalated. The fire department responded and the vehicle was declared a total loss due to fire damage. The…
The contact owns a 2007 Volvo XC90. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated on the instrument cluster. The local dealer was contacted, and it was diagnosed that the failure was due to the air bag module. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was…
I am writing to bring to your attention a concerning matter regarding my recently acquired 2007 Volvo XC90. Upon refueling the vehicle to a level exceeding half the tank capacity, there is a discernible and persistent odor of gasoline within the cabin. Given the potential safety implications…
Drivers side fuel tank sending unit print or sending unit top leaking fuel, a check engine light appeared and almost instantly started smelling like gas. The check engine said small evap leak. This is a huge safety concern for my family and I. No further action has been done.
IF THE CONDITION OCCURS VEHICLE OWNERS MAY NOTICE FUEL SMELL AND/OR FUEL LEAK WHICH, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE. This Recall Was Done for a 2004 Volvo xc90 . I am currently Experiencing the same problem with my 2007 volvo Xc90 AWD. Every time, I fill up to 1/2 a…
Other Volvo XC90 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 XC90 | 29 | 2 |
| 2024 XC90 | 36 | 3 |
| 2023 XC90 | 41 | 6 |
| 2022 XC90 | 29 | 4 |
| 2021 XC90 | 39 | 6 |
| 2020 XC90 | 34 | 7 |
| 2019 XC90 | 42 | 6 |
| 2018 XC90 | 51 | 3 |
| 2017 XC90 | 80 | 7 |
| 2016 XC90 | 197 | 8 |
| 2015 XC90 | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 XC90 | 4 | 0 |
| 2013 XC90 | 11 | 0 |
| 2012 XC90 | 3 | 0 |
| 2011 XC90 | 19 | 1 |
| 2010 XC90 | 12 | 3 |
| 2009 XC90 | 7 | 1 |
| 2008 XC90 | 29 | 3 |
| 2007 | 38 | 2 |
| 2006 XC90 | 53 | 3 |
| 2005 XC90 | 223 | 6 |
| 2004 XC90 | 462 | 6 |
| 2003 XC90 | 93 | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Volvo XC90?
Owners most often report electrical system, power train, engine problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 14 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Volvo XC90?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2007 Volvo XC90 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XC90 model years, the 2007 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.